'Art Thief' by Stik
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On the trail of street art: Hoxton to Shoreditch |
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Did you know?
In the 19th and early 20th centuries, there were
so many theatres and music halls in Shoreditch,
that it could rival the West End!
In the 19th and early 20th centuries, there were
so many theatres and music halls in Shoreditch,
that it could rival the West End!
Explore Hoxton and Shoreditch.
 Geffrye Museum, Hoxton
Hoxton: In the 12th century Hoxton was countryside next to a forest. With the railways, industry came to Hoxton and the wealthy moved out. Hoxton became a centre for the furniture trade and a poor area.
Shoreditch: From the 12th century until 1539, the Holywell Priory was on the site of Shoreditch. In 1576, James Burbage built the first playhouse in England known as ‘The Theatre’. In 1577, ‘The Curtain Theatre’ was built. Shakespeare’s plays were performed in them. During the 17th century, wealthy traders and Huguenot silk weavers established a textile industry. By the 19th century, Shoreditch was also the focus of the furniture industry. However, by the end of the 19th century, the area had declined and was poor. Much of the area was destroyed during World War Two. Today, many artists have transformed old industrial buildings into galleries and studios. You can also find some of the best street art in London! |
 Hoxton Street Market
We meet at Hoxton Station (on the Overground Line). In a nearby cafe we introduce over coffee before beginning our walk. On the walk we see:
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Did you know?
The catholic conspiracy to blow up the Houses of Parliament on 5th November,1605 with 36 barrels of gunpowder was discovered in Hoxton. |
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Go over the new vocabulary at the end We finish at Shoreditch where we relax over a coffee while we to go over the new vocabulary together. Ask your teacher and guide any questions. |
by Roa
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Shoreditch High Street station is on the Overground line. It is easy to get to Liverpool Street, Waterloo and other mainline stations from here. |
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History notes will be given to you at the end.
 Arnold Circus, Shoreditch
Don't forget the VOCABULARY! After your walk, find the new vocab here ... (click here) After your walk, find the new vocabulary on the BLOG! |
 118½ Shoreditch High Street. Built 1735
Did you know? Before the current practice of adding letters to house numbers when an extra house was built in a street, it was common to add a half. The address of The Clerk's House is 118½ Shoreditch High Street! |
Find dates and prices for this walk here.
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Did you know? In 1779, the well-known hymn, 'Amazing Grace', was composed by Reverend John Newton who lived in Hoxton Square in the 18th century. 
'Hedgehog' by ROA
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Circus Space, Hoxton
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'Designated Graffiti Area' by Banksy
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Boundary Estate, Shoreditch
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